Office Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL
Office Manager jobs in Chicago are in strong demand, concentrated in the Loop, River North, and Wicker Park across professional services, healthcare, legal, and finance. Employers hiring right now include YMCA, Northwestern Medicine, and NORC at the University of Chicago. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
Chicago Trading Company (CTC) is a premier proprietary trading firm specializing in options market making. Our collaborative culture fuels innovation in quantitative research, systematic trading strategies, and cutting-edge trading technology. For over three decades CTC has provided critical liquidity across derivatives exchanges worldwide - making them fairer, more transparent, and more efficient. We strive to be the most innovative firm in the industry today, tomorrow, and long into the future while upholding ethical excellence. We believe that CTC makes a positive impact on the markets, the lives of our employees, and all the communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward-thinking Traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better.
THE ROLE
As an Analyst in Middle Office, you will directly support our team mission to provide accurate and timely reporting on trading activity and financial metrics, while maintaining strong financial operations controls and data visualizations for our internal customers. You will contribute to our role as an independent control department ensuring P&L accuracy and reconciliation of trades and valuations between trading systems, clearing firms, and account administrators.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage daily reconciliation and reporting of positions, P&L, trading volumes, capital, and other metrics to ensure accuracy and timeliness for business stakeholders.
- Research trade breaks in collaboration with the trading desks, clearing counterparties and fund administrator across asset classes (equities, fixed income, futures, options, etc.)
- Support maintenance and validation of financial controls and reporting to provide analysis and performance metrics that help trading desks and leadership quickly assess and improve both current and new business initiatives.
- Work with the Development teams to help prioritize and identify requirements for reporting and control systems enhancements.
- Collect and clean trading and financial data to facilitate analysis and visualizations for internal teams.
- Help maintain and reconcile fee and rebate models, brokerage transactions, and ensure subledger accuracy versus the general ledger.
- Assist internal audiences in enhancing data flow and reporting accuracy.
- Collaborate with trading, technology, accounting, and financial planning and analysis teams on workflow improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a finance or quantitative discipline.
- 1-3 years experience in a financial or analytical role.
- Experience in Middle Office, Trading Operations, or similar functions is a plus.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups); knowledge of SQL and Python is preferred.
- Effective communicator, collaborative, and eager to learn.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
- Salary Range: $90,000—$115,000 USD
Most teams at CTC, with the exception of Trading, follow a hybrid workplace model, subject to change based on business need.
OUR BENEFITS
We strongly believe in the well-being of our employees and their families so we offer outstanding benefits to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous time off, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, free breakfast and lunch (plus healthy snacks, of course), wellness reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience.
(Disclaimer: interns and contractors are not eligible for benefits at CTC)
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
At CTC, we aim to cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and each person feels included, engaged and empowered. Where each of us feels we belong. We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us at info@chicagotrading.com. Note that emails sent to this email account for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
Information submitted by job applicants may be subject to review and analysis by automated systems, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of the recruitment process. Such systems are utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring procedures. Applicants are advised that any information provided may be evaluated by AI tools to ensure an equitable and thorough assessment.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
INTRODUCTION
Chicago Trading Company (CTC) is a premier proprietary trading firm specializing in options market making. Our collaborative culture fuels innovation in quantitative research, systematic trading strategies, and cutting-edge trading technology. For over three decades CTC has provided critical liquidity across derivatives exchanges worldwide - making them fairer, more transparent, and more efficient. We strive to be the most innovative firm in the industry today, tomorrow, and long into the future while upholding ethical excellence. We believe that CTC makes a positive impact on the markets, the lives of our employees, and all the communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward-thinking Traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better.
THE ROLE
As an Analyst in Middle Office, you will directly support our team mission to provide accurate and timely reporting on trading activity and financial metrics, while maintaining strong financial operations controls and data visualizations for our internal customers. You will contribute to our role as an independent control department ensuring P&L accuracy and reconciliation of trades and valuations between trading systems, clearing firms, and account administrators.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage daily reconciliation and reporting of positions, P&L, trading volumes, capital, and other metrics to ensure accuracy and timeliness for business stakeholders.
- Research trade breaks in collaboration with the trading desks, clearing counterparties and fund administrator across asset classes (equities, fixed income, futures, options, etc.)
- Support maintenance and validation of financial controls and reporting to provide analysis and performance metrics that help trading desks and leadership quickly assess and improve both current and new business initiatives.
- Work with the Development teams to help prioritize and identify requirements for reporting and control systems enhancements.
- Collect and clean trading and financial data to facilitate analysis and visualizations for internal teams.
- Help maintain and reconcile fee and rebate models, brokerage transactions, and ensure subledger accuracy versus the general ledger.
- Assist internal audiences in enhancing data flow and reporting accuracy.
- Collaborate with trading, technology, accounting, and financial planning and analysis teams on workflow improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a finance or quantitative discipline.
- 1-3 years experience in a financial or analytical role.
- Experience in Middle Office, Trading Operations, or similar functions is a plus.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups); knowledge of SQL and Python is preferred.
- Effective communicator, collaborative, and eager to learn.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
- Salary Range: $90,000—$115,000 USD
Most teams at CTC, with the exception of Trading, follow a hybrid workplace model, subject to change based on business need.
OUR BENEFITS
We strongly believe in the well-being of our employees and their families so we offer outstanding benefits to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous time off, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, free breakfast and lunch (plus healthy snacks, of course), wellness reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience.
(Disclaimer: interns and contractors are not eligible for benefits at CTC)
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
At CTC, we aim to cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and each person feels included, engaged and empowered. Where each of us feels we belong. We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us at info@chicagotrading.com. Note that emails sent to this email account for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
Information submitted by job applicants may be subject to review and analysis by automated systems, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of the recruitment process. Such systems are utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring procedures. Applicants are advised that any information provided may be evaluated by AI tools to ensure an equitable and thorough assessment.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
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Who's Hiring
- YMCA4
- Northwestern Medicine4
- NORC at the University of Chicago4
- Cook County, IL3
- Ghafari Associates2
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management6
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Non-Profit & Social Services4
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Government & Public Sector3
Office Manager Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a office manager job in Chicago?
Focus your search on the Loop and Fulton Market, where professional services firms, law offices, and healthcare organizations hire office managers most actively. Chicago's dense concentration of regional headquarters and mid-size professional firms means candidates with experience coordinating multi-department operations, managing vendor relationships, and supporting C-suite staff stand out. Familiarity with Chicago-area commercial real estate leasing processes and local vendor networks also gives applicants a practical edge.
Which companies hire office managers in Chicago?
Employers hiring office managers in Chicago right now include YMCA, Northwestern Medicine, and NORC at the University of Chicago, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Chicago's market is particularly active among law firms, healthcare systems, financial services companies, and regional corporate offices concentrated in the Loop and North Michigan Avenue corridor.
Are there remote office manager jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though remote availability is limited since most office manager roles require on-site coordination of facilities, vendors, and staff. About 42% of office manager openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common in corporate and tech-adjacent firms in River North and the West Loop. Administrative oversight and scheduling duties tend to be the tasks most transferable to a remote or hybrid format.
How can I get a office manager job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is through administrative coordinator or executive assistant roles at mid-size firms in the Loop, where internal promotion to office manager is common. Smaller professional services companies in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park and Andersonville often hire office coordinators without requiring prior management experience. Building familiarity with Chicago-area facility management vendors and demonstrating comfort with multi-line scheduling and budget tracking accelerates the move into a full office manager title.
Which industries hire the most office managers in Chicago?
Chicago office manager roles concentrate in Investment & Asset Management, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Chicago's role as a Midwest hub for legal, financial, and healthcare institutions drives consistent demand, with the city's large base of regional corporate headquarters adding steady openings across professional services.
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